So I figured that since Ive been here a few months now and had not yet ventured to the cinema, I was way over due. Today's selection? Why, an afternoon with John McClain of course! So I jumped in Oscar and off to the mall I went. The movie chain here is called Hoyts and is located next to the food court of the mall. Unfortunately I miscalcualted my time and showed up kind of early. Normally I would roam the mall, however the mall here closes at 4 pm on Sunday so no aimless wandering for me today. I purchased my ticket and after I recovered from the heart attack, got comfortable while I waited for the show to seat. Mind you, I went to a matinee show which is normally cheaper. In Australia, that means $9.50 (or as of today's conversion rate..$9.89).
Once I finally got into the theater, I found my assigned seat. Yes, they assign seats here. It was bedlam. Rather than allow individuals to choose their seat of free will, they have placed row letters and seat numbers and it is printed on your ticket. There were several people who found their assigned seats occupied. If they let you pick your seat, there would be no bickering over seats. So I found my seat (at the TOP of the stadium seats) and waited for the show to begin! Instead of the pre-show trivia or commercials, they show...nothing. Just played K.C. and the Sunshine Band on a loop until the show started. Then, the obligatory 15 minutes of trailers and BOOM! The movie got started with a bang. If you havent seen it, you should. I think most of the movie's budget was spent on vehicles to tear up. Seriously. But it was awesome and I loved it. :D
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